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# How to delete cases
In order to prevent accidental data loss, deleting cases in Emedgene includes a staging step before permanent case deletion.
{% stepper %}
{% step %}
## Move a case to trash
Update the case status to **Trash bin**.
Once moved to trash, the case becomes inaccessible. This can be reversed by replacing **Trash bin** with a different status.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
## Empty trash folder
Authorized users can permanently delete all items in the trash. To do this:
1. Click **Empty trash** on the Cases table navigation panel.
2. Review the warning message showing the number of cases pending deletion.
3. Confirm to permanently delete all cases in the trash.
{% hint style="warning" %}
**Warning:** Once trash folder is emptied, this action cannot be undone. Review cases pending deletion before proceeding!
{% endhint %}
Permanently deleting cases from the trash folder.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
**Result:**
After deletion is confirmed:
* All cases marked **Trash bin** are permanently removed
* An activity entry is recorded
* Email notifications are sent to users who have opted in
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